Chelsea have decided against loaning Michy Batshuayi in the January transfer window, according to reports. Following reports that the Belgium international might leave the Stamford Bridge due to his lack of action under Antonio Conte this season and there are suggestions that Chelsea are keen on signing Swansea City striker Fernando Llorente in a swap deal that will see Michy Batshuayi move to the opposite side. However claims in the Daily Star have it that Antonio Conte has decided to keep the 23-year-old forward as he believes that will play … [Read more...]
This Veteran Striker Wants Chelsea Move Only For One Reason
Swansea City striker Fernando Llorente wants to join Chelsea in January only if he is promised one thing by Antonio Conte, according to reports. The Spain international has been linked with a move to the Stamford Bridge this January with reports that the Blues are considering a permanent or loan move for the 31-year-old striker as Conte eyes a reunion with him since their days at Juventus. Reports in the Telegraph suggests Llorente is ready to complete a transfer to Chelsea as long as he is guaranteed a place only behind Diego Costa in the … [Read more...]
Breaking! Chelsea In Surprise Swap Deal For Experienced Premier League Striker
Chelsea are reportedly willing to loan Michy Batshauyi on loan in exchange for Fernando Llorente. Reports in Italy claims that Antonio Conte is keen on to bring Llorente to the Stamford Bridfe to deputise for Diego Costa and talks have already began over the possiblity of a deal to bring the 31-year-old striker to West London. It is understood that Chelsea are also ready to offer Batshuayi to the Swans for the remainder of the campaign. Conte has hinted the Belgian forward is not physically ready to play in the Premier League, but hopes he … [Read more...]
Chelsea Probable Lineup vs Peterborough
The Blues kick-start their FA Cup campaign with a clash against Peterborough which expected to be a clear victory for the in form Premier League leaders. Antonio Conte will have the opportunity to properly rotate his stars in the squad for the first time this season. Confirming starts for Kurt Zouma and Michy Batshuayi, he said: "Zouma will start, he is ready to start. He deserves to start. It's a good opportunity to show me he is in good form and to give me another opportunity when I go to choose the starting XI." "I have a good … [Read more...]
Conte Opens Up On Transfer Plans for Michy Batshuayi
Antonio Conte has revealed that Michy Batshuayi will not be sent on loan in January. The 23-year-old striker who only just joined Chelsea from Marseille last summer transfer window, has not had the best of time due to his lack of playing chances. However, Conte has insisted that Batshuayi will not leave the club next month. ‘I won’t let him go on loan,’ said the Chelsea manager. ‘He’s a new player for Chelsea and to go on loan now is a defeat for the club and for me. Every decision I make is because I want to win. I try to make the best … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte Reveals Why Batshuayi Did Not Start Against Bournemouth
Antonio Conte has revealed that Michy Batshuayi did not start the game against Bournemouth because he is still adapting to life in the Premier League. Following Diego Costa's suspension for the match against the Cherries, there were suggestions that Batshuayi will be given the opportunity to start the game and impress the Italian boss in the process but it appears Antonio Conte thinks otherwise. He said: ‘This is the first time we played without a real forward, we tried this in training and I think for us at the moment this situation is the … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte Reveals Why This Striker Cannot Replace Diego Costa
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed Michy Batshuayi is finding life difficult due to the physicality of the Premier league. The Belgium international arrived at Stamford Bridge in a £33 million deal from Marseille during the summer transfer window, but has not had the best of start to life in England. Batshuayi is now in contention to replace suspended Diego Costa in their match against Bournemouth on Boxing Day and Conte has said the striker is finding hard to adapt to life in the League. The Italian boss said: ‘Yes, I spoke about … [Read more...]
Blues Player Michy BatshuayiTo Snub January Move
Belgian star Michy Batshuayi is set to remain and fight for his place at Chelsea according to reliable reports. Batshuayi arrived Stamford Bridge from Ligue 1 side, Marseille during the last summer transfer window but has not nailed a spot in the starting eleven due to the brilliant form of Diego Costa. Costa is currently the top scorer in the Premier League and has continue keep the Belgian striker on the bench, sparking speculations that he might leave for loan in January. Reports in Goal.com claim that Batshuayi is being touted by a host … [Read more...]